




{"id":20895,"date":"2025-11-25T17:14:49","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T17:14:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/trip\/14-dias-de-tours-privados-em-portugal\/"},"modified":"2025-11-27T15:43:01","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T15:43:01","slug":"14-days-of-private-tours-in-portugal","status":"publish","type":"trip","link":"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/en\/trip\/14-days-of-private-tours-in-portugal\/","title":{"rendered":"Enjoy our 14 Days of Private Tours in Portugal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>14 Days of Private Tours in Portugal<\/strong> well spent with culture and discoveries throughout Portuguese territory. From major cities like Lisbon and Porto to small and charming villages, this itinerary allows you to experience authentic Portugal \u2014 full of history, traditions, unique landscapes, and unforgettable experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>This private itinerary will start and end in Lisbon. For any questions, feel free to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/en\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">contact us<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/07.jpg\" alt=\"Mosteiro dos Jer\u00f3nimos: Um Tesouro de Lisboa\n14 Dias de Tours Privados em Portugal\n14 Days of Private Tours in Portugal\" class=\"wp-image-20786\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:700px;height:400px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Private 14-Day Tour in Portugal \u2014 curiosities:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why do Portuguese sweets \u2014 the famous conventual desserts \u2014 use so many egg yolks?<\/strong><br>The explanation is simple: in the past, egg whites were used to starch clothes. Since this left large quantities of unused yolks, they had to be repurposed \u2014 which led to the creation of egg-rich recipes. As a result, Portugal became one of the largest consumers and producers of eggs in the 18th and 19th centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Egg whites were also exported to aid in wine production, where they acted as a natural clarifying agent. And the yolks\u2026 stayed here, becoming delicious desserts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The name <em>\u201cConventual Sweets\u201d<\/em> is no coincidence: many of these recipes were created inside convents and monasteries by the skilled hands of nuns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>And what about tempura\u2026 isn\u2019t it Japanese?<\/strong><br>In fact, the recipe has Portuguese origins! Tempura consists of frying vegetables, fish, or seafood \u2014 especially shrimp \u2014 coated in a light batter. It was Portuguese Jesuits who introduced this cooking technique to Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During Lent, when red meat was forbidden, the Jesuit missionaries living in Japan chose to eat seasoned vegetables and seafood, dipped in batter \u2014 giving rise to what we now know as tempura.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>14 Days of Private Tours in Portugal well spent with culture and discoveries throughout Portuguese territory. From major cities like Lisbon and Porto to small and charming villages, this itinerary allows you to experience authentic Portugal \u2014 full of history, traditions, unique landscapes, and unforgettable experiences. This private itinerary will start and end in Lisbon. &hellip; <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":15872,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","destination":[351,355,363,383,353,361,381,379,377,359,453,455,461,470,375,444,373,371,369,367,365],"activities":[],"trip_types":[337],"difficulty":[],"trip_tag":[],"class_list":["post-20895","trip","type-trip","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","destination-aveiro-en","destination-azeitao-en","destination-braga-en","destination-cascais-en","destination-coimbra-en","destination-douro-en","destination-estoril-en","destination-evora-en","destination-fatima-en","destination-guimaraes-en","destination-lisboa-en","destination-monsanto-en","destination-monsaraz-en","destination-nazare-en","destination-obidos-en","destination-porto-en","destination-serra-da-estrela-en","destination-sesimbra-en","destination-setubal-en","destination-sintra-en","destination-tomar-en","trip_types-starting-in-lisbon","latest_post"],"packages_ids":"","trip_extras":[],"cut_off_time":{"enabled":false,"duration":0,"duration_unit":"days"},"booked-seats":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"code":"14 Dias de Tours Privados em Portugal","price":"","has_sale":false,"sale_price":"","discount_percent":0,"currency":{"code":"EUR","symbol":"&euro;"},"duration":{"days":14,"nights":0,"duration_unit":"days","duration_type":"days"},"min_pax":1,"max_pax":"","discount_value":0,"discount_label":null,"primary_category":0,"available_times":{"type":"default","items":["2021-1-01","2021-2-01","2021-3-01","2021-4-01","2021-5-01","2021-6-01","2021-7-01","2021-8-01","2021-9-01","2021-10-01","2021-11-01","2021-12-01"]},"description":"","cost_includes":"Private Driver\/Guide during the Tour in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.\nPick-up and Drop-off at Your Hotel.\nExclusive, Comfortable, and Modern Transportation.\nBottled Water Included.\nWi-Fi Onboard.\nAccident Insurance Coverage.\n24\/7 Customer Support Service.","cost_excludes":"Entrance Fees to Monuments\nMeals (Lunches and Dinners)\nFlights to\/from Portugal\nPersonal Expenses\nOther Expenses Not Mentioned","itineraries":[{"title":"Day 1 - Lisbon","content":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\" data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"598\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-15846 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/lisboa-parque-eduardo-vii-300x167.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"167\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"507\"><strong data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"114\">The first day of our Fourteen Days Private Tour in Portugal from Lisbon<\/strong> will be entirely dedicated to the Portuguese capital. Lisbon was almost completely devastated by the great earthquake of 1755, the largest ever recorded in Europe, which led to the creation of a fully redesigned city featuring the first anti-seismic constructions. This is how the Pombaline Downtown was born, organized with straight, perpendicular streets, with Rua Augusta as its main axis.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"932\">Many of these streets were named after the trades and crafts of the time \u2014 such as shoemakers, goldsmiths, and leatherworkers. Lisbon\u2019s \u201cBaixa\u201d is also notable for the monumentality of its buildings, which symbolize a new social order marked by the rise of the merchant and financial classes. To test the resistance of the new structures, troops would march inside the buildings to simulate the vibrations of an earthquake.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"934\" data-end=\"1302\">Moving on to Bel\u00e9m, we will visit the area that best represents the Portuguese Age of Discoveries, home to UNESCO World Heritage monuments such as the Jer\u00f3nimos Monastery and the Bel\u00e9m Tower \u2014 magnificent examples of the Manueline style. Nearby, the modern Monument to the Discoveries and the vast Pra\u00e7a do Imp\u00e9rio reinforce the grandeur of Portugal\u2019s maritime empire.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1615\">Bel\u00e9m is also a pleasant place to stroll along the Tagus River, with wide green spaces, marinas, sailing clubs, and bike paths that blend sea air with beautiful scenery. And of course, we cannot miss tasting the famous Past\u00e9is de Bel\u00e9m, whose secret recipe continues to delight visitors from all over the world.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1640\"><strong data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1640\">Overnight in Lisbon<\/strong><\/p>"},{"title":"Day 2 - Sintra - Cascais - Estoril","content":"<p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-508 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/View-over-Pena-Palace-Sintra-2000x922-1-300x138.png\" alt=\"Pal\u00e1cio da pena\" width=\"300\" height=\"138\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"65\" data-end=\"249\">In Sintra, we will explore the charm of its narrow streets, traditional shops, and regional flavors \u2014 make sure to try the famous <em data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"216\">Queijadas de Sintra<\/em> and <em data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"248\">Travesseiros da Piriquita<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"251\" data-end=\"363\">The choice of which palaces to visit will be entirely yours, and your guide can recommend the best option among:<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"712\">\u2022 <strong data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"390\">Quinta da Regaleira<\/strong> \u2013 A 19th-century palace with fascinating architecture and strong Masonic symbolism.<br data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"477\" \/>\u2022 <strong data-start=\"479\" data-end=\"497\">Moorish Castle<\/strong> \u2013 A fortress from the 8th\/9th century, testimony to the Islamic presence in Portugal.<br data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"586\" \/>\u2022 <strong data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"603\">Pena Palace<\/strong> \u2013 An icon of 19th-century Romanticism, born from the artistic vision of King Ferdinand of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"955\">We then continue to the impressive <strong data-start=\"749\" data-end=\"765\">Cabo da Roca<\/strong>, the westernmost point of mainland Europe, poetically described by Cam\u00f5es as \u201cwhere the land ends and the sea begins.\u201d A breathtaking natural setting within the Sintra-Cascais Natural Park.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1197\">Afterwards, enjoy time in <strong data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"994\">Cascais<\/strong>, once a humble fishing village and now an elegant seaside town. Nearby lies <strong data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1082\">Estoril<\/strong>, famous for its casino \u2014 the largest in Europe \u2014 and for inspiring Ian Fleming in the creation of <em data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1196\">Casino Royale<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1291\">We return to Lisbon along the coastal road, offering stunning views over the Atlantic Ocean.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1316\"><strong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1316\">Overnight in Lisbon<\/strong><\/p>"},{"title":"Day 3 - Obidos - Nazare - Fatima - Coimbra","content":"<p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16122 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/fatima-santuario-dia-vista-bonita-300x167.jpg\" alt=\"Roteiro 7 Dias Portugal: Semana de Portugal Lisboa tour lisboa lisboa tour fatima tour fatima tour fatima\" width=\"300\" height=\"167\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"504\">\u00d3bidos has been inhabited since the Paleolithic period thanks to its privileged location near the sea and the lagoon. Phoenicians and Romans passed through here, and King Afonso Henriques later conquered it from the Moors. The town then became part of the defensive pentagon designed by the Templars. Although the 1755 earthquake damaged sections of the walls and several buildings, \u00d3bidos still preserves its strong medieval character today.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"805\">Nazar\u00e9, once a traditional fishing village, maintains its authentic atmosphere visible in its houses, churches, and the iconic \u201cseven skirts\u201d worn by local women. It became world-famous for the giant waves of the \u201cNazar\u00e9 Canyon,\u201d where in 2013 Garrett McNamara surfed a wave close to 30 meters high.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"1204\">We then continue to the Sanctuary of F\u00e1tima, one of the most important pilgrimage sites in the world. Here you may visit (and, if you wish, attend Mass):<br data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"963\" \/>\u2022 The Chapel of the Apparitions, the heart of the Sanctuary<br data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1025\" \/>\u2022 The Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary, where the tombs of the Shepherd Children lie<br data-start=\"1111\" data-end=\"1114\" \/>\u2022 The Basilica of the Holy Trinity, a modern and impressive church with over 8,000 seats<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1312\">We end this day of our Fourteen Days Private Tour in Portugal from Lisbon in the historic city of Coimbra.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1337\">Overnight in Coimbra<\/p>"},{"title":"Day 4 - Coimbra","content":"<p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-15840 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/exterior-universidade-de-coimbra-300x167.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"167\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"474\">A calmer day begins at the University of Coimbra, one of the oldest in Europe. Its greatest highlight is the Joanina Library, an 18th-century masterpiece built over the former university prison \u2014 considered one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. Its interior was completed toward the end of the 18th century, with ceilings painted by Master Ant\u00f3nio Ribeiro and Vicente Nunes, and a portrait of King Jo\u00e3o V by Domenico Dupra.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"659\">After visiting the library, we will continue exploring other important areas of the University, such as the Saint Michael Chapel, the \u201cSala dos Capelos,\u201d and the iconic \u201cCabra\u201d Tower.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"661\" data-end=\"952\">We then head down to Coimbra\u2019s historic center, located between the Mondego River and the University. Here, charming narrow streets, pretty squares, caf\u00e9s, pastry shops, and traditional restaurants invite you to relax and enjoy the authentic atmosphere that has been preserved for centuries.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"1144\">We will also visit major historical landmarks such as the Old Cathedral (S\u00e9 Velha), the Almedina Arch, and the Church of Santa Cruz, where Portugal\u2019s first king, Afonso Henriques, is buried.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1170\"><strong data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1170\">Overnight in Coimbra<\/strong><\/p>"},{"title":"Day 5 - Coimbra - Aveiro - Costa Nova - Oporto","content":"<p data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"430\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-12456 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/seis-motivos-visitar-aveiro-ria-forum-litoral-magazine-300x180.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"180\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"436\">We continue from Coimbra toward Porto, but before arriving we will stop in Aveiro, known as the Portuguese Venice. Here we recommend a traditional moliceiro boat ride to explore the canals that supported the local economy for centuries, from harvesting seaweed to producing salt.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"610\">Aveiro\u2019s Market, built in wrought iron and glass, recalls the style of Gustave Eiffel, while the many classified Art Nouveau buildings reflect the city\u2019s historical wealth.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"922\">Afterwards, we will visit Costa Nova, famous for its colorful striped houses. Originally built on wooden stilts over the sand, these structures served as fishermen\u2019s storage barns. Over time, many were transformed into charming summer homes, preserving the vibrant stripes that have become the area\u2019s hallmark.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"924\" data-end=\"943\">Overnight in Porto.<\/p>"},{"title":"Day 6 - Porto","content":"<p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16119 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/cidade-do-porto-rio-douro-300x167.jpg\" alt=\"Roteiro 7 Dias Portugal: Semana de Portugal Lisboa tour lisboa lisboa tour fatima tour fatima tour fatima porto porto tour tour porto\" width=\"300\" height=\"167\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"345\">We will start the day on Avenida dos Aliados, the heart of the city, known for its monumental buildings and the Town Hall. We then continue to the Lello Bookstore, an architectural icon admired by literature lovers and often associated with the period when J.K. Rowling lived in Porto.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"621\">Next, we visit S\u00e3o Bento Station, famous for its more than 20,000 tiles by Jorge Cola\u00e7o depicting important moments in Portuguese history. We continue to the Porto Cathedral, one of the city\u2019s oldest monuments, featuring Romanesque origins with Gothic and Baroque additions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"834\">Another highlight is the Church of S\u00e3o Francisco, renowned for its extraordinary gilded woodwork\u2014where it is believed that more than 300 kg of gold dust were used\u2014and its remarkable sculpture, the Tree of Jesse.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"836\" data-end=\"1031\">Finally, we cross to Vila Nova de Gaia, home to the traditional Port Wine cellars. Here, we will enjoy a guided visit and tasting to learn the full process, from the harvest to the final product.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1052\">Overnight in Porto.<\/p>"},{"title":"Day 7 - Santiago de Compostela","content":"<p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16059 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/museu-santiago-compostela-300x167.jpg\" alt=\"Roteiro Portugal Espanha: Descobre ambos os Paises templo romano evora \u00e9vora espanha cascais porto porto tour tour porto santiago compostela\" width=\"300\" height=\"167\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"59\" data-end=\"382\">Today we leave Porto and head towards Galicia, Spain, beginning with a visit to Vigo, where we can stroll through the famous Pescader\u00eda. You may even choose to have lunch in one of the local restaurants and try the iconic oysters from the Vigo estuary, traditionally served fresh with just a touch of lemon and a good wine.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"384\" data-end=\"832\">We then continue to Santiago de Compostela, an emblematic city that welcomes pilgrims from all over the world seeking peace and spirituality along the Camino de Santiago. You will have time to explore the city, including the Cathedral and its museum, as well as other cultural sites such as the Museum of the Galician People, the Museum of Pilgrimages, and the Galician Center for Contemporary Art, designed by the Portuguese architect \u00c1lvaro Siza.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"955\">At the end of this day \u2014 the seventh of our Fourteen Days Private Tour in Portugal from Lisbon \u2014 we will return to Porto.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"976\">Overnight in Porto.<\/p>"},{"title":"Day 8 - Braga and Guimaraes","content":"<p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-18129 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/bom_jesus_Braga-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"Pala\u00e7io de Mafra e Santu\u00e1rio do Bom Jesus braga guimaraes\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"342\">Guimar\u00e3es, the first capital of Portugal, will be our first stop. We will explore the historic city, where the statue of King Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal, welcomes us. We will visit the Guimar\u00e3es Castle, the Church of S\u00e3o Miguel, and the Palace of the Dukes of Bragan\u00e7a.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"607\">Afterward, we will stroll through the medieval streets that still preserve the atmosphere of centuries past, ending in the most iconic squares such as S\u00e3o Tiago, Toural, and Oliveira. Before leaving, there will be time to taste the traditional Santa Clara pastry.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"983\">We then continue to Braga, a modern city with a rich Roman and medieval heritage. We begin at its impressive Cathedral, dating back to the 11th century, where the cross used in the first mass celebrated in Brazil is kept. We will also visit the altars, pipe organs, and funerary chapels that hold the tombs of notable archbishops and of the parents of Portugal\u2019s first king.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1275\">After that, we will head to the Sanctuary of Bom Jesus, famous for its water-powered funicular, the only one of its kind still in operation in the world. This ingenious system works through the weight of the water and the passengers, making the ascent and descent a truly unique experience.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1277\" data-end=\"1295\">Overnight in Porto<\/p>"},{"title":"Day 9 - Porto - Amarante - Douro Valley","content":"<p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-15778 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/rio-douro-vale-do-douro-300x167.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"167\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"511\">On this day of our 14 Days Private Tour in Portugal from Lisbon, we leave Porto and drive to Amarante, where we will visit its historic center, with ancient streets, traditional houses, and the beautiful scenery along the river and the S. Gon\u00e7alo bridge. For architecture lovers, Amarante offers several examples of Romanesque style and medieval constructions, including the Church and Convent of S\u00e3o Gon\u00e7alo and the Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso Museum.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"866\">We then continue toward the majestic Douro Valley, considered by many to be one of the most beautiful regions in the world. This is a landscape where wine culture blends harmoniously with small villages and stunning natural scenery. It is the oldest demarcated wine region in the world, famous for its Port wines and excellent red and white table wines.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"1074\">Next, we will visit the Pinh\u00e3o Railway Station, renowned for its traditional tile panels depicting local traditions, from the harvest and grape treading to the transport of wine in the typical rabelo boats.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1228\">We end the day with a visit to a local winery, where you will learn about the production methods and enjoy a tasting of some of the region\u2019s best wines.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1230\" data-end=\"1260\">Overnight in the Douro Valley<\/p>"},{"title":"Day 10 - Douro Valley - Serra da Estrela - Monsanto","content":"<p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-17739 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Serra-da-Estrela-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Sugest\u00f5es de Hot\u00e9is na Serra da Estrela\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"306\">Today we leave the Douro Valley and head toward Monsanto, considered the most Portuguese of all Portuguese villages. Before that, we will stop in the Serra da Estrela, the highest point in mainland Portugal and one of the country\u2019s most impressive natural landscapes.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"308\" data-end=\"723\">Serra da Estrela Natural Park is the largest protected area in Portugal, with unique scenery, deep valleys, crystal-clear rivers, and a strong pastoral tradition. It is also home to the famous Serra da Estrela cheese, produced under strict rules that guarantee its unmistakable flavor and quality. Whether in summer, with its green pastures, or in winter, covered in snow, the mountain range is always breathtaking.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"1138\">We then continue to Monsanto, a truly unique village built among massive granite boulders. At the top, the Templar Castle dominates the landscape. As we walk through the narrow streets, we find traditional stone houses, small chapels, ovens, cisterns, and shops with local products. Despite its medieval appearance, Monsanto has a lively and welcoming atmosphere, preserving traditions and an authentic character.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1161\">Overnight in Monsanto<\/p>"},{"title":"Day 11 - Monsanto - Tomar - Marvao","content":"<p data-start=\"164\" data-end=\"859\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1833 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/tomar-christopher-john-pratt-xCJcyQ4BhQ0-unsplash-scaled-1-300x169.webp\" alt=\"Tour F\u00e1tima e Tomar\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"475\">Today we travel from Monsanto to Tomar to understand the importance of the Order of the Templars in the formation of Portugal. We will visit the impressive Convent of Christ, whose entrance portal is a true Renaissance masterpiece by Jo\u00e3o and Diogo de Castilho. Inside, we find the Charola, the first Templar church built by Gualdim Pais \u2014 an octagonal space where the monks once walked in prayer.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"477\" data-end=\"843\">During the 16th century, at the height of the Portuguese Discoveries, the complex was expanded in the Manueline style, with the famous Chapter Window as its most iconic feature. Classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983, the convent brings together centuries of history and a blend of Romanesque, Gothic, Manueline, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1048\">We will also visit the Church of Santa Maria do Olival, founded in the 12th century by Gualdim Pais. This church served as the headquarters of the Templars in Portugal and as the pantheon of its masters.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1378\">After some free time for lunch in the center of Tomar, we continue to Marv\u00e3o, one of Portugal\u2019s most enchanting and dramatic hilltop villages, situated at about 800 meters of altitude. Its strategic position once allowed control over the Sever River valley, making this region the stage of numerous conflicts throughout history.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1662\">The impressive Marv\u00e3o Castle, the Convent of Nossa Senhora da Estrela, and the Roman ruins of Ammaia are some of the highlights. The village preserves an authentic medieval atmosphere, with sweeping views that stretch across the landscape until the border disappears on the horizon.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1684\">Overnight in Marv\u00e3o<\/p>"},{"title":"Day 12 - Marvao - Estremoz - Evora","content":"<p><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-16111 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/tours.com.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/templo-romano-em-evora-2-300x167.jpg\" alt=\"Roteiro Portugal Espanha: Descobre ambos os Paises templo romano evora \u00e9vora\" width=\"300\" height=\"167\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"39\" data-end=\"441\">Estremoz, known as the \u201cwhite city\u201d of the Alentejo, owes its name to its bright houses and the numerous marble quarries that have made it one of the world\u2019s leading producers of this resource. Just 50 km from the Spanish border, it is protected by two rings of walls: the oldest, from the 13th century, surrounding the medieval castle, and a second fortified line defending the lower part of the city.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"705\">Its heritage is remarkable: the Old Town, the medieval Castle, the former Royal Palace (now a Pousada), the Chapel of Queen Saint Isabel, the Convent and Church of S\u00e3o Francisco, the Church of Santa Maria, and Dom Jos\u00e9 I Square, known for its traditional market.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"1152\">We then continue to \u00c9vora, a city shaped by centuries of history, from its narrow streets of Arab origin to the golden age of the Discoveries, when noble palaces and the historic Jesuit University were built. 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Light, resistant and an excellent natural insulator, it protects the tree from heat, cold, and fire.<br data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"491\" \/>Did you know that Portugal produces 55% of the world\u2019s cork? Besides wine stoppers, cork is highly valued for flooring, wall coverings, sports equipment, and decorative items.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"959\">We then continue to Monsaraz, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in Portugal, with cobblestone streets, whitewashed houses, and an atmosphere that transports visitors back in time. 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